Who is 'The Artful Fro' ?

Rachael Hosten, known as The Artful Fro, is a London-based visual artist transforming vinyl records into hand-painted works of art.​

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Her creative journey began with a childhood gift, a box of crayons from her mother, who worked at a Crayola factory - sparking a lifelong passion for drawing and storytelling through image.

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With an HND in Graphic Design and a Foundation Diploma in Art, Rachael’s practice took a distinctive turn in 2015 when she began painting directly onto vinyl records. Fusing her love of art and music, she upcycles unwanted records into acrylic portraits inspired by icons of music and film.

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Her work has been exhibited across the UK, Europe, and internationally, and has led to the creation of bespoke pieces for cultural figures including musicians, actors, and athletes. Each piece celebrates shared memories, soundtracks, and moments in time. ​

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Her work invites viewers to reconnect with the music, films, and cultural moments that shaped them.

Explore her blog for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at her process.​